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The National League is off to a blazing hot start to begin the 2026 season. Eight teams have winning records through May 4, and the entire NL Central is above .500.

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Dodgers Dreamteam takes the field at STEM Field Day

During an overcast morning in Compton, more than 500 students stepped onto the field at Gonzales Park for a unique experience to be ball players and problem-solvers on the diamond.

Patrick Copen News / True Blue LA / May 5

Patrick Copen wins Texas League pitcher of month for April

Dodgers minor league right-hander Patrick Copen had a strong 2025 season, and started his 2026 season on a heater. On Tuesday, Copen was named Texas League pitcher of the month for April after a strong start for Double-A Tulsa.

Kyle Tucker News / Dodger Blue / May 5

Kyle Tucker Downplays Boos From Astros Fans

The Los Angeles Dodgers visiting the Houston Astros this week represents a homecoming for Kyle Tucker, who played seven seasons with the organization prior to being traded to the Chicago Cubs in December 2024.

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The '50-HR, .300 average MLB seasons' quiz

How many of the 20 MLB players to bat .300 and mash 50 home runs in the same season can you name in five minutes?

The 'Last 40-homer season by MLB team' quiz

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MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 5

Ken Rosenthal uses Buster Posey to make Hall of Fame case for Will Smith

The Los Angeles Dodgers have a perennial Hall of Famer in catcher Will Smith. One of his biggest media cheerleaders for his plaque to be in Cooperstown is Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic.

MLB News / Yardbarker

25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame

Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / May 5

Dodgers starting pitchers providing length

The National League pitcher of the month for March/April, who walked twice, drove in a run and scored a pair of runs as a hitter in Monday’s series opener at Daikin Park, makes his first pitching start of May on Tuesday night against the Houston Astros.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / May 5

This Day In Dodgers History: Tommy Lasorda’s First Start & Hired By Team USA; MLB Record Tied

On May 5, 1955, Tommy Lasoria made his first Major League start for the Brooklyn Dodgers, but the southpaw tied a record he would have preferred to avoid.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / HITC / May 5

Snoop Dogg brings Dodgers stars Ohtani and Yamamoto into concert spotlight

Snoop Dogg has turned another Los Angeles sports reference into a cultural moment after wearing a custom Dodgers shirt featuring Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto during a recent performance.

Dave Roberts News / Dodger Blue / May 5

Dave Roberts Has ‘Gotten Past’ Astros’ Sign-Stealing Scandal

The Los Angeles Dodgers continued their road trip on Monday with an 8-3 win over the Houston Astros in the opener of a three-game series at Daikin Park.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / May 5

Dodgers' Dave Roberts Reverses Course on Shohei Ohtani Decision for Tuesday's Game

Heading into the Los Angeles Dodgers' series against the Houston Astros, manager Dave Roberts said Shohei Ohtani would return to his two-way ways. Ohtani, who's taking the mound on Tuesday night at Daikin Park, was also going to be the Dodgers' designated hitter.

MLB News / Yardbarker / May 5

Dodgers make big Shohei Ohtani decision ahead of Astros matchup

Ohtani has been an NL Cy Young candidate this season, posting a 2-1 record with a ridiculous 0.60 ERA and 0.87 WHIP with 34 strikeouts.

On deck: Shohei Ohtani's aims for Cy Young, Braves-Dodgers, Jose Soriano an unknown ace

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Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?

Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / May 5

Which Dodgers reliever is headed back to Triple-A?

Brock Stewart rejoined the Dodgers in Houston after his three weeks on a minor league rehab assignment. He did not get activated Monday, after pitching on Sunday for Triple-A Oklahoma City, but will likely end his injured-list stint at some point during this series against the Astros.

MLB News / Field Level Media / May 5

Feeling 'revitalization,' Dodgers eager for continued production on offense vs. Astros

After amassing only 11 runs in the previous five games and going six games without a home run, their longest drought since July 2014, the Los Angeles Dodgers' offense finally broke out on Monday.

Tommy Edman News / Dodger Blue / May 5

Tommy Edman Recovering On ‘Slower Program’

Tommy Edman has dealt with right ankle trouble for much of the time since he was acquired by the Los Angeles Dodgers at the trade deadline in 2024. Edman was on the 10-day injured list at the time of the three-team trade between the Dodgers, Chicago White Sox and St.

Mike Sirota News / True Blue LA / May 5

Mike Sirota wins Midwest League player of the week

Exactly one Dodgers minor leaguer won a player or pitcher of the week award in each week of the 2026 season to date. For the week of April 27-May 3, High-A Great Lakes outfielder Mike Sirota was named Midwest League player of the week after running roughshod over Peoria.

Shohei Ohtani News / Dodger Blue / May 4

Dodgers Change Decision To Have Shohei Ohtani Only Pitch Against Astros

Shohei Ohtani held the Miami Marlins to two runs (one earned) in six innings of work last week, but was out of the Los Angeles Dodgers lineup for only the second time this season.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Field Level Media / May 4

Early offense guides Dodgers, Yoshinobu Yamamoto past Astros

Alex Freeland and Kyle Tucker homered in support of Yoshinobu Yamamoto, who worked six quality innings as the Los Angeles Dodgers won the opener of a three-game interleague series against the Houston Astros 8-3 on Monday.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Athlon Sports / May 4

Dodgers’ Dave Roberts Announces Mookie Betts Injury Update After 26 Missed Games

The Los Angeles Dodgers have gone 21-13 to open the 2026 season, doing so largely without shortstop Mookie Betts. On Monday, manager Dave Roberts provided an update on when the All-Star could return according to The Athletic’s Fabian Ardaya.

Kyle Tucker News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 4

Dodgers’ Kyle Tucker perfectly responds to loud boos in Houston return

The Los Angeles Dodgers visited the Houston Astros on Monday night for Kyle Tucker’s first game back against his old team since the trade that sent him to the Chicago Cubs before the 2025 season.

Brock Stewart News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / May 4

Dodgers Getting Major Bullpen Help as Injured Pitcher Joins Team in Houston

Right-handed pitcher Brock Stewart has joined the Los Angeles Dodgers in Houston ahead of their three-game series with the Astros. It appears a roster move is imminent for the right-hander to join the bullpen after completing his rehab assignment.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Athlon Sports / May 4

Blake Snell Sends Message to Shohei Ohtani After MLB’s Announcement

The Los Angeles Dodgers look strong this season, leading their division at 21–13. Still, they’re navigating a puzzling stretch, going 5–5 over their last 10 games despite a top-tier offense that has shown inconsistency.

Dave Roberts News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / May 4

Dave Roberts Says Dodgers Will Have to Make Big Decision Soon Regarding Rotation

The Los Angeles Dodgers could soon be getting some needed arms back into the starting rotation, giving this team more of a boost. But with this, it does mean that other guys will be moved out of the starting group, and this is expected to be a tough decision for the team.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Field Level Media / May 3